[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 71 (Monday, May 23, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S3221]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        LIDGERWOOD, NORTH DAKOTA

 Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, I am pleased today to recognize a 
community in North Dakota that is celebrating its 125th anniversary. On 
July 29-31, the residents of Lidgerwood will gather to celebrate their 
community's history and founding.
  The city of Lidgerwood was established as the Soo Railroad pushed 
westward in the summer of 1886. George Lidgerwood, for whom the town is 
named, along with General W. D. Washburn and R. N. Ink, platted the 
original townsite.
  Today, Lidgerwood is a vibrant community, with several area 
attractions. Residents enjoy the town's golf course, swimming pool, 
recreation park, the American Legion Park, and camping. The people of 
Lidgerwood also care about preserving the history and heritage of their 
town, which can be seen in the Lidgerwood Museum and the Bagg Bonanza 
Farm. The town is also home to the Ann Thielman Performing Arts Center 
and a wonderful public school. Lidgerwood is known for its sense of 
community and is an excellent place to raise a family.
  In honor of the city's 125th anniversary, officials have organized a 
celebration that includes a softball and golf tournament, a classic car 
show, an antique tractor show, street dances, games, food vendors and 
much more.
  I ask the U.S. Senate to join me in congratulating Lidgerwood, ND, 
and its residents on their first 125 years and in wishing them well in 
the future. By honoring Lidgerwood and all other historic small towns 
of North Dakota, we keep the great pioneering frontier spirit alive for 
future generations. It is places such as Lidgerwood that have helped 
shape this country into what it is today, which is why this fine 
community is deserving of our recognition.
  Lidgerwood has a proud past and a bright future.

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